Herald section
The latest reporting from across the Belfast Herald news desks.
Ugandan authorities have approved a measure to send troops to the Gaza Strip as part of the International Stabilization Force proposed by the Board of Peace. The move follows parliamentary approval and aligns with a broader ceasefire agreement.
Final figures show bus and rail use across Northern Ireland rose sharply during the eight-day festival, with more than 620,000 additional journeys recorded.
Loughry Campus has places available through UCAS Clearing and direct routes for school leavers interested in food and drink careers.
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons announced £200,000 for emerging athletes and a further £2 million to reopen a Sport NI crowdfunder grant scheme.
Prospective students can still apply for September 2026 Honours and Foundation Degree courses in agri-food, equine and horticulture.
Bidders for major government contracts will be assessed more heavily on training, work experience, apprenticeships and support for local communities.
Deputy Traffic Commissioner Mark Hinchliffe rejected Valiant Furniture (NW) Ltd’s application to operate two vehicles after a public inquiry in Haydock.
Official statistics for 2024-25 show employment as the largest destination, with a third of leavers returning to education.
